Australia

Thin wall plastic containers have been gaining share in soup packaging, with this shift due to a number of reasons. Firstly, these containers are lightweight as well as easy to use and handle, making them a convenient option for both manufacturers…

While retail volume sales of meals and soups in Australia continue to grow in 2023, another increase in the average unit price ensures that current value growth is more dynamic. Unit price growth is being driven by inflation and labour shortages.…

Despite the persistent impact of cost-of-living pressures over 2023, beauty and personal care in Australia showed resilience. Local consumers did not necessarily reduce their purchases of beauty products but instead sought more affordable options.…

Retail value sales of luxury goods in Australia increased by 5% in 2023 in current terms, amounting to AUD24.3 billion. The post-lockdown period saw a prevailing emphasis on recovery and a resurgence of customary consumer habits, encompassing…

Lodging in Australia is undergoing a significant transformation, driven primarily by changes in short-term rentals. There has been a notable decrease in listings on short-term rental platforms, and these changes are increasingly evident due to…

The growing cost of living has been a major discussion point across all industries in Australia, as consumer spending has been significantly impacted due to constraints on discretionary income. As a result, limited-service restaurants struggled to…

Laundry care experienced growth in both retail volume and current value terms in Australia in 2023. Higher demand was driven by increased net immigration, and greater mobility outside of the home. Most companies have supported their employees to…

Ongoing shortages of raw materials and labour, coupled with rising inflation, resulted in delays for major infrastructure projects and first home builds during the review period. The impact on the housing market has been evident, and with interest…

Inflation and supply chain issues have impacted categories across the soft drinks industry post-pandemic. The scarcity and soaring costs of primary and secondary packaging materials, such as glass, recycled plastic, and aluminium, have also impacted…

Lab-grown diamonds have witnessed a remarkable surge in popularity in the Australian market, and their appeal has continued to grow in 2023. One of the primary factors driving this trend is the increasing competitiveness of lab-grown diamonds in…

In 2023, the Australian fashion industry has faced a complex landscape, characterised by economic challenges, including a cost-of-living crisis and high inflation. These factors prompted consumers to curtail non-essential spending. As a result,…

This report provides valuable insights into product innovation in Australia, analysing data from Euromonitor International’s Innovation platform. The report covers the food and beverage categories, showing the level of new brand and sub-brand launch…

This report provides valuable insights into product innovation in Australia, analysing data from Euromonitor’s Innovation platform. The report covers the beauty, health and home categories, showing the level of new brand and subbrandlaunch activity.

In 2023, Australia ranked sixth among developed nations for average gross income. Over the year, the country recorded a 1.5% decrease in per capita disposable income amid heightened inflation, increasing mortgage interest rates, subdued business…

Smartphones are increasingly being used by consumers to guide them while driving thanks to their built-in GPS function. As such sales of in-car navigation in Australia are coming under mounting pressure with the category continuing to record heavy…

Sales of imaging devices witnessed a steep decline during the pandemic as consumers remained at home and as such had little need for taking pictures or recording video. However, it is important to note that the category had already been in decline…

Facing the pressures of inflation and rising interest rates, Australians have become increasingly value-driven in their purchasing habits in 2023. However, in ice cream, consumers are not just trading down to cheaper products or reducing their…

Spending among local consumers was significant throughout 2022 following the easing of pandemic-related lockdowns, resulting in greater footfall in stores, particularly benefiting hypermarkets in Australia. However, the cost-of-living crisis had a…

The COVID-19 pandemic placed health and wellness concerns front and centre in consumers’ minds, and this was a trend that was maintained in 2022. More and more consumers are making health a key priority in their daily lives, and actively looking for…

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, more and more consumers are prioritising their health and looking for ways to improve their overall health and wellbeing. With cardiovascular diseases on the increase in Australia, health concerns related to the…

Consumer concern for health and wellness continued to rise in 2022, driven primarily by the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Consumers have increasingly been looking for ways to adopt healthier living habits, and placing more and more focus on the foods…

The COVID-19 pandemic renewed consumers’ interest in health and wellness, and brought health issues to the fore. In 2022, many consumers were still concerned with infection and their ability to recover from the virus, and sought to improve their…

Consumers have become increasingly concerned about their general health and wellbeing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. In an effort to reduce the chances of infection and promote quick recovery, more and more consumers are looking for ways to…

The COVID-19 pandemic saw consumers place an increased focus on their overall health and wellbeing. More and more consumers looked for ways to maintain good health, as they became increasingly concerned about COVID-19 infection and their ability to…

The number of households is set to increase moderately in Australia over 2022-2027, with couples with children remaining the dominant household type. In 2022, household spending was affected by inflation, which stood at 6.6%, elevating living costs.…